Pediatric CMA - 40 hrs, Patient Care & Admin

Great River Health Systems; Fort Madison (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Health, Dental, Vision plans

Retirement matching

Paid time off

Education Assistance

Job summary

Great River Health Systems is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant for our Fort Madison Pediatric Clinic. The role supports providers with clinical and administrative duties, including pre-certification, specimen processing, and medical record management.

Responsibilities cover vital signs, injections, injections, patient prep, and ensuring accurate documentation. Eligibility requires CMA certification, a accredited MA program, and BLS/First Aid within 60 days.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED required.
• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program required.
• Certified Medical Assistant credential required.
• Basic Life Support & First Aid (American Heart Association) within 60 days.
• Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter training within 180 days.
• 1–3 years of medical office experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre-certification with insurance companies.
• Maintain electronic medical records and processing patient specimens.
• Assist providers with office procedures and patient care.
• Schedule appointments and manage billing/coding tasks.
• Take vital signs, document histories, prepare patients for exams, draw blood, and assist with procedures.
• Inventory and order medical supplies and equipment.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

High School diploma or GED

Graduation from accredited Medical Assistant program

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Job description

Great River Health Systems is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant for our Fort Madison Pediatric Clinic. The role supports providers with clinical and administrative duties, including pre-certification, specimen processing, and medical record management.

Responsibilities cover vital signs, injections, injections, patient prep, and ensuring accurate documentation. Eligibility requires CMA certification, a accredited MA program, and BLS/First Aid within 60 days.